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One of the things that I am not as a person growing up is being a hard solid member of the Catholic church. I did went to a Catholic school and it was those days when I learned anything and everything about our religion. I joined the school choir and it continued up to my college days. Eventually, my faith with the Catholic church changed when I started noticing priests who curse or talk about the Philippine government and politics during his sermons. I didn't like it and I don't agree with this practice, another is that church goers are very distracting, most often than not they are on their phones, or talking to someone, or they could also be sleeping. After a few Sundays of that I just decided to stop going to church.

Now, I only go to church whenever someone in the family or friend is getting married and I'm okay with that. The thing is, in my family as well, my parents did not imposed religion on us. We kind of just learned it from school and my parents were not really concerned on whatever practice we do as long as we do not hurt anyone on the process.

For me personally, religion or talking to your God should be personal and direct, and you shouldn't just go to church because your parents or school told you so. I also kind of moved from the Catholic's version of God to just fully grateful for what the universe provide for us.

And so for Arya, what I wanted for her is kind of the same with me. She's baptised so she is Catholic. When she starts going to school she'll learn more about the religion and stories about God. But, while she's this young, I do want her to impart the Catholic God on her and wanted her to know that praying is a very important practice of a person regardless of what your religion is.

When she turned two years old, we started teaching her how to pray at night time before she sleep. It started with just the simple sign of the cross and one simple line - "Papa Jesus, thank you for today." That's it. I didn't want to complicate it and just wanted her to grasp the meaning of those words.

We did that everyday until now that she turned 4 years old last month. She eventually memorised the pray before she turned 3 years old and i just kind of add random words that were thankful for, or maybe even an activity that we did.

Arya's a late talker and not fluent in our mother tongue - Filipino. And I blame myself and Peppa Pig for that. She's speaking words mostly in English and she's really good at using words like Thank you, Please, Sorry, and Excuse Me which makes me super proud of her.

Recently, instead of just me leading the whole praying before we go to sleep, I let her say what she's thankful for. I was trying to do this practice on her a few times before she turn 4 but I just couldn't get a response from her but lately, no, actually when she turned 4, she become more understanding and she picks up words and it's meanings quite really good

It's been about a week now since we started this practice and I find it really cute whenever she says something that she's thankful for like, she'll say "Thank you for oreo" or "Thank you for the slime". There's this time, I laughed because she said "Thank you for Fishball". It was a rainy day and we were people watching from the window of our condominium when a Fishball vendor walk-by and I wanted to buy. I was just really amaze by how she remember things she sees during the day and how she says thanks for those during pray time.

I am a believer of the Law of Attraction and that's something I want Arya to practice as well. I think, when people pray to their Gods, most of the time they keep on asking for what they don't have and forget to be thankful for the little things that they have. That's why I am just super proud with Arya right now with her praying skills and I hope it grows on her because if there's something that I want to impart on her badly is that it's just being positive and believe that whatever it is that she wants, she can have by being grateful first for what she have.

If you're just teaching your kids how to pray, start by letting them say the things they are thankful for. It doesn't have to be a lot of words if they can't talk well yet but keep encouraging. Every word is progress and what matters is that it comes from them and that they understood what it means.

How awesome the world would be if we start raising grateful kids? *wink

Premenstrual Syndrome or PMS is a bunch of symptoms that even the strongest women would usually face several days before that time of the month. Feeling totally frazzled and waking up with a different kind of fatigue is a reality, a zit on the nose that wasn’t there a night before. And oh, those tender breasts plus the soreness and heaviness. Worst, you can’t stop thinking about that fudgy chocolate cake you saw on Instagram!

According to Anne Price, a Certified Holistic Health Coach, an average woman experiences PMS 450 times in her lifetime. While hormones play a part in these biological changes, there’s a way how to manage it by avoiding these foods that are likely to alleviate the symptoms.

1. Trans fats and hydrogenated fats

These are the nutritional bad words everyone should be aware of. Trans fats and hydrogenated fats are unhealthy by-products of a chemical process called hydrogenation. Manufacturers alter the fats to solidify liquid oils and lengthen shelf life and flavor of oils and foods that contain them. So, the next time you’re going to pick up margarine, crackers, cookies, and snack foods from the grocery shelves, read the labels and drop everything that says hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated even if the nutritional profile says 0% trans-fat. Go for saturated fats found in coconut or the healthier monounsaturated fats like olive and avocado oil.

2. Food allergens

Food allergies cause digestive issues and skin breakouts that are obvious signs of a possible hormonal imbalance. But what if you have no idea which food you are allergic to? Either you have yourself checked by a doctor or try an elimination diet. This diet is a three-to-six-week eating plan that eliminates potential food allergens and then reintroduces them one at a time to identify which ones your body does not tolerate well. Top eight foods that belong to the food allergen camp are milk, eggs, peanuts, nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish.

3. High fructose corn syrup and refined sugar

High fructose corn syrup is a chemically produced sugar found in sodas and fruit-flavored drinks, while refined sugar is the ones usually stored in your pantry. It comes from sugar cane, processed to extract sugar used to sweeten cakes, desserts, cookies, coffee, and cereals. The difference between these and the natural sugars found in fruits is that the former have empty calories with no nutritional value while the latter are loaded with fiber and other nutrients that your body needs especially right before the shark week. The absence of fibers makes you digest these artificial sugars rapidly resulting in insulin and blood sugar skyrocket. The result? It fuels mood swings and worsens headaches and difficulty concentrating. That’s the reason as well why you don’t feel full even after giving in to your sweet tooth. But of course, you don’t have to deprive yourself especially when you’re PMSing to the max. Just stick to dark chocolates, dates, raw honey, and reach for stevia or coconut sugar as healthier alternatives!

4. Salt

Ever wonder why you’re bloated or your hands and feet swell during PMS? These symptoms are caused by none other than hormonal changes that cause water retention. And loading up on sodium will just make it worse. Swapping salty food with nuts and loading up on fruits and veggies are good choices to reduce the accumulation of water weight because of a diet that’s high in sodium!

5. Caffeine

PMS is usually associated with fatigue, mental exhaustion, and depression. A lot of women try to counter these by increasing caffeine intake. But because caffeine is a stimulant chemical, it causes increased heart rate and blood pressure. This consequently leads to tension, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, and greater exhaustion. Its diuretic nature also increases urine production and triggers dehydration that is home to dysmenorrhea. Try herbal teas and decaffeinated liquids instead while going through PMS.

6. Alcohol

When alcohol enters the bloodstream, it alters the brain function that produces serotonin. Serotonin is called the “happy hormone” because it contributes to a person’s stability and well-being. It regulates mood, social behavior, appetite, sleep, memory, and sexual desire functions. It is also responsible in mood alterations and disorders. Now imagine, that PMS is at its peak and you decide to wreck them further by drinking your favorite bar drink. Not very helpful, right? And like the previous item, it is also diuretic. It will rob you of your much-needed bodily fluids that will lead to prolonged dysmenorrhea. That said, abstaining from drinking alcohol during this time is strongly encouraged.

Remember that diet plays a key role in balancing the fluctuating hormones in a woman’s body. But aside from choosing the right food, picking the right sanitary pads will keep you centered. The first anion sanitary pad in retail that’s available at Watson’s, Mercury Drug, all leading supermarkets and groceries nationwide, it’s also on offer at www.lazada.com.ph and www.shopee.ph. The anion strip feature helps to ward off bacteria and fungi that cause a foul odor, while keeping its freshness up to 3 hours. The findings are a result of the clinical trial by the Laboratory of Inorganic Nanomaterials, Institute of Chemistry, UP Diliman that’s why women who are looking for a menstrual pad with better benefits should try Jeunesse Anion. On top of these unique benefits, it’s made from sterilized virgin pulp material that provides extraordinary softness and absorption capacity leaving you fresh and comfortable all day! Jeunesse Anion comes in ultra-day non-wing, ultra-day pad, ultra-night pad, all-night pad, and panty liner to help every woman to go through their period with ease and comfort.

One of the struggles that I have being a full time and work at home mom is finding ways to keep Arya busy. I've recently put away her iPad and try limiting her screen time from everyday to at least 30 minutes per day during weekdays - only when I'm on a video call meeting or when I am doing my morning exercises, and I let her have it during weekdays.

One of the noticeable behaviour that got to me is when I handed her her iPad on Friday night, she wasn't going to Youtube anymore, but she was just playing the apps like Peppa Pig Painting, going to Spotify to listen to her playschool's playlist, reading app like The Very Hungry Caterpillar. I'm not an expert, but I'm guessing that this is progress still.

Of course, since we are already getting into this routine, I wanted to stick with it as much as I can, and so one of the things I recently discovered is that she liked is this Cut and Paste work book that I bought from a friend who has been in the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale. I think this is only around P120.00 with so many pages to fill-out already.

We have this in the book shelve for a long time but it's only two days ago that she got interested with it. One thing I also noticed currently is that Arya doesn't like colouring as much as the other kids her age are. She's more interested into writing, connecting lines, and painting blank pages so I was also surprised when I saw her getting interested and doing this work book.

It's good that I have spare art papers lying around the house. I let her pick which colours she likes and I'll be the one to cut it into squares. I don't let her use this scissor because it's too big for her and we don't have the kids' size scissors yet + I'm overthinking, what if she accidentally poke someone with it.

This glue was just something I bought from the 7/11 store. Cost me about P15.00 I think. It's water base so it's not messy even though it could get on the sheets, or her pajamas, or on the floor. Very easy to clean and wash off.

This work book managed to keep her busy for almost an hour which is already a big help for me especially when I'm busy doing reports, launching facebook ads, attending video call meetings, etc. She did managed to finish 3 pages for that duration. Whenever she feel like using another colour, she just let me know what she like and I'll just pause whatever it is I'm doing for a few seconds.

Eventually she got bored with it and threw the cut squared papers on the floor, showering it on her head and raining confettis all over the house. *rolls eyes

Makalat but definitely worth it. I'm waiting for the next Big Bad Wolf Book Sale so I can get nice work books for Arya next time. I think you can also check leading book stores for work books such as this one. :)

Our skin needs much attention to remain supple, plump, and youthful. When you begin to notice fine lines and wrinkles, this statement becomes particularly true. While you are unable to avoid the natural process of aging, there is a way to effectively minimize your fine lines and wrinkles and slow down the formation of new ones. It is likely that you have already considered obtaining your very first anti-aging serum or a new anti-aging serum like Timeless hyaluronic acid serum. In order to make the process of choosing the right anti-aging serum less stressful, we are here to help you.

Most Common Causes of Wrinkles

A wrinkle is a crease, fold, or fine line on your skin and it generally develops in locations that are exposed to the most sun, including neck, face, forearms, and hands. Experts all agree that more than one factor contributes to the formation of wrinkles. In addition to the normal aging process, the most common include:

Sun Exposure: about 80 percent of wrinkles on the face are due to exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays. In fact, according to a study, long-term exposure the sun’s UV rays can also lead to impaired skin elasticity, pigmentation, and yellowing.

Hereditary: hereditary is also a factor in the formation of wrinkles. Your chances are increased of developing wrinkles earlier than most people if your parents developed wrinkles at a younger age than most others.

Facial Expressions: smiling, squinting, and frowning can all add to fine line and wrinkles. A groove forms underneath your skin each time you use a facial muscle. You skin springs back easily when you are young, but as you age this ability begins to slow down.

What to Look for In an Anti-aging Serum

To ensure that you get everything that an anti-aging serum has to offer, you must know how to pick the right product correctly. Here are a few tips to help:

Do Not Go by the Price Tag

It does not mean that anti-aging serum is working just because it is expensive.

Check Reviews

There is almost always a place for customer reviews. However, also look for reviews on other websites as well.

Be sure that the anti-aging beauty product was manufactured by a reputable company like Timeless vitamin C and E serum.

Consider multi-purpose anti-aging serums such as squalane oil which can be included in an anti-aging beauty regimen or used as a standalone moisturizer.

Read the Label: the best anti-aging serums have the highest amounts of active ingredients. Take a few minutes to research the ingredients on your smartphone. While the list of ingredients in the anti-aging serum may seem unnecessary since some of the names are odd and unfamiliar, still look them up. Also, some manufacturers, such as Timeless, list their ingredients on their website for each product available on their website.

Contact Timeless to learn more about choosing the right anti-aging serum.

I'm back with another life blog post. So, for the past month. May - June, actually. We've been doing a little revamp in our family lifestyle. From taking new vitamins, doing diets, and home exercises, we are really determined to make our life a little bit healthier.

It's a little easier for me and my daughter to change our bad eating habits because we just stay at home. I still work at night and Arya won't go to proper schooling until next year when she turns

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I have been really serious on my self-care so I decided to push myself to do home exercises consistently. Arya too joins me whenever I do my morning workouts. Although I didn't want her to lose weight, I just want her to get accustomed to routines and doing this daily takes her away from her gadgets as well so I believe it helps us both.

One of the challenges I had encounter when Arya turned 3 years old is that she just say "NO" to everything. Even though that she and I know that it's her fave food or snack, she will just say No, like it literally became a habit and a phase for her. So, imagine me forcing her to take her liquid vitamins daily. Yeah, not a good sight. Swear. Vitamins all over the floor, on the couch, on her fave white shirt.

And so, I've recently came across with Watson's Vitamin Gummies with Lactoferrin for kids. Hah! Made my life super easier. This is the first time that we have tried gummy vitamins and I am never going back! I tasted a piece of this and it's super good! It taste like one of those gummy candies you can buy from the supermarket - except this one is lit vitamins!

With this one, I don't have to force her to it. I just say "Arya, time to take your vitamins" and she'll start singing and jumping towards me to get the bottle. I let her open it and take one for herself. The only issue I find with this gummies is that they're so good and I taught Arya to open the bottle right, so sometimes she steals more than 1 gummy. *lol You can get this from Watsons for the price of P210.00

My husband on the other hand can be very difficult to convince to join us on this journey because most of the time he's at work and when he gets home, it's too late or he's too tired to do any exercises. His eating habit are bad as well because he eats a lot outside. We love eating outside.

One of our fave things to do when we get the chance to go out on a date is to eat Samgyupsal. It's either buffet style or unlimited servings.

I was super excited when we received this Organique Acai in the mail because I've been wanting to try it for the longest time but I just couldn't bring myself to buy it. Too expensive for me.

I took this for a month, everyday before I do my morning exercise. I don't eat breakfast so this is all I drink + water everyday. My husband didn't like the taste so again, I'm all alone on this one.

Some of the things I noticed while taking this drink is that my sleep improved really well. I have insomnia. Even though I am tired from the day's work I still have difficulty falling asleep at night + my work affects that too. But when I was taking this, my sleep was deep, as in I can have dreams kind of sleep and I remember them too. Another plus for me is that I could feel that it just boosts up my energy for the day. Since, I only take this for breakfast and nothing else before 1pm, I should really feel hungry or tired around that time, but I don't. It gives me more energy to finish a 30 - 45 minutes morning workout.

I eventually finished the bottle and wanting to buy more, but you know, I gotta pay the bills first. You can grab a bottle of this from Watsons at P2,500 for the 946ml and P1,350 for the 473ml.

Another fave toiletry product that I'm currently fond of is Watson's Argan Shampoo. Everyday, after working out, Arya and I goes to shower and this is what I use for my hair. I love anything that has Argan Oil on it because it just makes everything a little bit healthier in my opinion. Honestly, using this product feels like going into hair salon. I have a very dry and dead hair so this shampoo hydrates my locks and keeps it tame. A bottle of this is around P229.00 at Watsons. They also have a conditioner to go with this shampoo.

I lost count on how many times I mentioned and promoted how addicted I am to aromatherapy inhalers and roll-ons. I literally have tons of them under my bed. I can't sleep without them. I have nasal allergies and they helped me breathe easier at night. I discovered FreshKo through Watsons as well.

Compared to the other inhalers and roll-ons that I have, FreshKo smells familiar because it's Calamansi and leave that menthol-cold feeling on your skin. I just love this! I put this on my temple and neck every night and it helps with my insomnia too.

I love going to Watsons because it's a one-stop-shop. All of our family's needs from toiletries, medicines, makeup, and sometimes even snacks, they have it all there. It's a good thing that we have a branch here that's closer to our home so whenever we need something it's just a few steps away. *wink

For me, being healthy should start from home and yourself and not from others. The reason why I decided to start doing home exercises, watching my diet, and taking care of myself more is because there was a time that I couldn't look in the mirror anymore. I felt really bad and not confident on my own skin. When that happened, I knew that I had to change something and I just had the courage to start it little by little one day at a time and just do it consistently. Most of all, have fun and think that everything that you're doing is for a better self. Self-care, exercise is an investment you're sure you're not going to lose anything in the long run.

In its biggest relaunch ever, iconic brand trusted by Parents and Pediatricians for over 125 years, showcases its gentlest products ever and introduces CottonTouch™ - products specially designed for newborn sensitive skin

Manila, June 2019 - When it comes to their babies, parents only want the gentlest, and for over 125 years no brand has been more iconic than JOHNSON’S®.Marking its biggest re-launch to-date, Johnson’s re-sets baby care standards again with its revamped range now having 50% lesser ingredients, with no parabens, phthalates, dyes, sulfates, petroleum ingredients and fragrance allergens. The new products now have 90% naturally-derived ingredients that have all been purposefully chosen and have undergone a rigorous 5-step safety-assurance process, promising parents greater peace of mind.

"For this relaunch, we truly put parents at the center – listening to more than 26,000 parents from around the world – and paired their feedback with the latest science to improve our products inside and out," says Sarita T. Finnie, Senior Director, U.S. Baby Care. "Nothing was sacred, but every decision was purposeful," says Deeptha Khanna, President of Global Baby Care. "The result is a gentler, simpler product experience that's still 100 percent JOHNSON'S®, honoring our 125-year history while evolving for modern parents' preferences."

Responding to the ever-changing demands of parents and needs of babies all around the world, JOHNSON’S® made the following changes to its re-formulated line:

Purposeful ingredient choice: JOHNSON’S carefully considered every single ingredient in the range, rejecting over 400 ingredients during the reformulation. All the ingredients lists have been cut in half, with naturally-derived oils like coconut and cottonseed replacing ingredients like mineral oil. The new range is also totally free from parabens, phthalates, and is now also entirely free from sulfates and dyes - only 2% of cosmetic ingredients globally meets these standards of gentleness.

Fragrances designed with mom and baby in mind: Smell, memory and emotion are intimately connected, with decades of research showing that multi-sensory experiences are a key part of happy, healthy baby development. JOHNSON’S® has not only retained the iconic scents for which their classic products are known and loved for and designed to maximize bonding moments between parent and baby, today, all the fragrances are now formulated to be free of allergens, exceeding International Fragrance Association (IFRA) and RIFM global standards.

Parent and environment friendly packaging: The new JOHNSON’S® bottles are now equipped with pumps designed for easier and one-handed use for parents, and have also been developed using a patented system that allows the products to be biodegradable, nontoxic and will not bioaccumulate in the environment.

Products specially designed for every age and stage in a baby’s life: With the Company’s unmatched baby and skin care research and knowledge, JOHNSON’S®’s products don’t just simply cleanse and moisturize—each are specially formulated to address special skin needs of babies and to turn moments of care into opportunities to strengthen babies’ connection to their parents and to nurture their healthy development. The new range has been split up into four ‘Ages & Stages’ sub sections, to help parents easily navigate between the products within the ranges. In addition to the originals category there is a range for newborns straight from birth, active babies on the move and independent toddlers.

Newborn care innovation and the power of a parent’s touch felt through the all-new CottonTouch™

As the pioneer of baby research - 90% of all industry-led baby skin care research has been led by JOHNSON’S® - the brand continues its innovation with the launch of a new line of products specially designed for newborn’s delicate skin. JOHNSON’S® research has shown that a parent’s gentle touch designed to support baby’s delicate skin barrier can affect the chemical make-up of the skin to support a healthy microbiome and armed with this, JOHNSON’S® introduces the all-new CottonTouch™ is the first and only product line especially designed for newborn sensitive skin designed to nurture the baby’s skin microbiome and to maximize touch and engagement during baby-care routines. Scientific research increasingly points to the importance of a healthy skin microbiome for skin barrier function; the infant skin microbiome is delicate and can be highly sensitive to change, with the repeated use of harsh some detergents, soaps, and moisturizers that are not designed to support an infant’s delicate skin disrupting the skin’s barrier function. JOHNSON’S® New CottonTouch™ formula is blended with natural cotton that is ultra-light and hypoallergenic, soft and gentle on the skin, leaving no residue. The entire collection is clinically proven mild and safe from the first day of life for fragile, sensitive newborn skin and designed to maintain the natural pH of an infant’s skin and retaining moisture, to nurture – rather than disrupt – the naturally developing skin microbiome.

“This is our most ambitious change yet and we are truly setting a new standard for gentle. We’ve always been committed to delivering only the best for babies and in today’s world that is more toxic than ever, we have never been more passionate in advocating for parents to choose only the gentlest products and to equally choose the transformative power of gentleness within their homes,” shares Raghu Krishnan, Country Director, Johnson & Johnson Philippines.

“There has never been a more exciting time for JOHNSON’S® in the Philippines. We have always held ourselves at a higher standard being the market leader, so personally, I have never been more excited as we raise the bar in advancing the science of baby skin care yet again, and evolve to meet the needs of every generation of parents to provide only the best,” he closes.

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About JOHNSON’S®

Johnson’s® is a trusted name in baby care for mothers with its Clinically Proven Mild products and is recommended by doctors for over 125 years. This heritage of trust is built upon a deep understanding of what it takes to keep the baby’s delicate skin healthy, making Johnson’s® Baby one of the most beloved brands amongst mothers globally. Going beyond safe, mild and gentle products, the brand believes in enriching baby care rituals that unlock and release the full power of the senses.

Nothing is more important to JOHNSON’S® than ensuring a stimulating start and a vibrant future for babies around the world and empowering families and health care professionals. Because JOHNSON’S® knows, when it comes to bringing up baby, more is more. As an expert on baby care, JOHNSON’S® has been advancing baby science and setting the standards in baby care. JOHNSON’S® offers baby and adult products in over 175 countries, the brand has touched almost 8 billion babies across.

One of the things that I am thankful for this Father's Day is that I have a loving and hard working husband and father to my daughter, Arya. Growing up, I didn't have a father figure in my life and so I believe that I have missed out on a lot of Father - Daughter experiences and milestones.

I was one of those kids in school who doesn't have a dad to show up during family day, or the kid who couldn't complete the family tree because a dad is missing in our family. I guess, I do have a lot of negative experiences growing up because a dad was never in the picture.

Having Arvin, my husband as a partner in life is really something that I am grateful for. Sure, we fight on petty things but we still make up and we always put our daughter first no matter what.

So I thought, this Father's Day, why don't I share some of Arvin and Arya's bonding time with you and you can also share yours in the comments below. *wink

They say, learning through play is best when you have someone to play with. Arya is really lucky in that area because I'm a full time mom and I work from home - for four years now so she always have someone to play with. However, it's different with her dad, Arvin can get really busy most days and sometimes he would come home too late and too tired to play with her and he would just prefer to sleep and relax while playing online games or Netflix.

It gets to me sometimes because I do want them to have their daily bonding time but I can't just force that out of the two of them. So, whenever we get that weekend off, or a holiday, or a new toy they both like, we take advantage of those moments and make sure they create memories out of those experiences, because I know that it will help Arya a lot growing up because I know since I've missed those times with my own dad.

Arvin was a toy junkie. When I met him, he owns a lot of collector items toys from Japan, etc. I'm not an enthusiast so I wouldn't know what kind of toys are they but when we got married and had Arya, he had to gave that up. Sell them so we can save for Arya's needs and other expenses.

And so we recently got the Hot Wheels Action Trackset and Monster Trucks from Hot Wheels, Richprime Global, and Kids Company and he was just above and beyond happy and excited. He was so happy receiving the gift box with his name and all and special letter and asked me if it was my doing. Haha! I was like, Nah, you're just lucky because it's Father's Day.

Arya was seriously as excited as her dad too! Assembling tracks and playing cars and trucks was never the kind of play and bonding they've done before so it's good that they have a new experience to share.

I, too got excited and played with them. I think this might be the start of us collecting Hot Wheels toys. Haha! Arya's grandfather was a Hot Wheels collector too and he got the old styles and promised to bring them on his next visit so they could play with the new trackset.

If you're looking for a new fun way to play with your kids, drop those gadgets and pick up their fave toys and just simply play and be with them during that time. It's at times like this that their learning is more developed because they're not only playing but also interacting with their family.

Do you have what it takes to be the champion? Ignite your Challenger Spirit with your kid by joining the Hot Wheels - Dad and Me Photo Contest!